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Improve your embroidery skills with Mr Rudolph

Learn the relaxing art of cross stitch and create a beautiful card! This beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for adults and children (8+). All materials provided. Discover the benefits of hand sewing while making a unique gift. No experience needed!

Embroidery is an art form that brings patterns to life with every stitch, and this course offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the world of needle and thread from the comfort of your own home. Whether you're looking to create personalised gifts, embellish your wardrobe, or simply discover a new hobby, this course will guide you through everything you need to know. From learning the basic stitches to understanding fabric types, we’ll walk you through each step, ensuring that you feel confident as you progress. In this online course, we focus on developing your understanding of the essentials while keeping things fun and accessible. You'll discover how to create beautiful designs, experiment with colours, and find your own creative flair. With easy-to-follow lessons, this course is designed for anyone keen to develop a love for embroidery, regardless of skill level. Plus, no need for any in-person instruction—learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere. Get ready to make your designs come alive, one stitch at a time! Key Features CPD Accredited FREE PDF + Hardcopy certificate Fully online, interactive course Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet and smartphone-friendly 24/7 Learning Assistance Discounts on bulk purchases Course Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Embroidery Module 02: Fundamentals of Stitches Module 03: Designing Your First Embroidery Project Module 04: Stitching Your First Project Module 05: Introduction to Special Techniques Module 06: Taking Your Skills Further Learning Outcomes: Master fundamental embroidery stitches for versatile project execution. Demonstrate proficiency in designing and stitching embroidery projects independently. Explore and apply special techniques to enhance your embroidery repertoire. Develop the ability to conceptualise and execute unique embroidery designs. Acquire the skills to tackle complex embroidery projects with confidence. Cultivate creativity and precision, elevating your embroidery craftsmanship. Accreditation This course is CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Certificate After completing this course, you will get a FREE Digital Certificate from Training Express. CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Beginners seeking a creative outlet. Individuals interested in textile arts. Craft enthusiasts looking to develop new skills. Those with a passion for DIY projects. Artists wanting to expand their medium. Anyone desiring a therapeutic and meditative hobby. Homemakers looking to add a personal touch to their decor. Individuals aiming to explore a traditional and timeless craft. Career path Textile Artist Craft Instructor Handicraft Designer Embroidery Blogger/Influencer Artisanal Home Decor Entrepreneur Embroidery Workshop Facilitator Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Once you've successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a FREE digital certificate. Hard copy certificate Hard copy certificate - Included Also, you can have your FREE printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99 in the UK). For all international addresses outside of the United Kingdom, the delivery fee for a hardcopy certificate will be only £10. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Join the crafty fun at Stitching Kitchen for a machine Applique workshop, we will use a range of fabrics and embellishments to create a textured picture using a sea scape as inspiration.

Hand embroidery has been practiced for centuries and remains a hugely popular and fulfilling craft today.  As with most crafts, hand embroidery is wide and varied in technique, style and usage.  Traditional crewel embroidery, fine and delicate silk work, contemporary mixed media or modern folk art to name just a few.

New for 2020, this fun workshop will aim to move you on from “in-the-ditch” quilting and from quilting straight lines. Using a variety of techniques we will work on quilting common patchwork shapes to find a style and method that suits you best. This workshop is aimed at those with some quilting experience who are keen to move their skills on in a completely new direction. However, it is suitable for all abilities as full tuition and hand-holding will be provided on the day.

Do you have you a sewing machine but you’re not quite sure what to do with it? Did your machine come with a selection of presser feet and “bits and bobs” that you’ve never explored? If so, then our one day workshop is just the thing for you to get the very best out of your machine.

If you have ever struggled to wrestle a quilt under your sewing machine, then this is the workshop for you! Come along and consider 3 ways of joining your blocks that allow you to quilt each block separately, prior to final assembly of your quilt. This is perfect for beginners and can be used to make a double-sided quilt.

Brand new for 2021, Live online quilting course via Zoom, for total beginners.